Actors Dennis Quaid and Wyatt Russell are set to make their mark in the Western genre with the debut trailer for the upcoming film Broke. The narrative follows Russell’s character, True Brandywine, a bareback bronco rider at a crossroads in his life grappling with mounting injuries and the expectations of those who care about him. In addition to Russell and Quaid, who portrays True’s father, George, the star-studded Broke cast features Auden Thornton, Mary McDonnell from The Fall of the House of Usher, Johnny Berchtold from Reacher, and Tom Skerritt, a Golden Globe nominee.
With less than a month until its digital release on May 6, the official Broke trailer has been released by Sony Pictures. The trailer opens with a poignant monologue from True, detailing the thrill of bareback bronco riding. It quickly shifts scenes to depict his struggle following an injury in a snowy landscape, interspersed with glimpses of his family and love interest Ali, who are all urging him to find direction in his life.
What the Broke Trailer Means for the Film
It Marks Several Firsts for Its Creative Team
While Broke might not incorporate the crime suspense that fans of Taylor Sheridan’s works appreciate, its trailer promises to engage those who enjoy the Yellowstone universe. This acclaimed series vividly portrays the rodeo world through characters like Jefferson White’s Jimmy and Sheridan’s Travis, reflecting the tangible risks associated with the sport. Broke, set against a modern backdrop and focused on a character envisioning rodeo as his path, aims to attract a similar audience.
Moreover, the film signifies notable milestones for its creative minds, particularly for Wyatt Russell and writer/director Carlyle Eubank. Eubank, renowned for his work on the sci-fi thriller The Signal and the film Muzzle, is making his debut as a feature director. Meanwhile, Russell, who continues to gain recognition through projects like Thunderbolts and Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, is stepping into a producer role for the first time with Broke, indicating his strong belief in the project’s potential.
Both Russell and Quaid are making a return to the Western genre with this film, whether as a dedicated genre piece or a cross-genre venture. Russell has previously dipped into the genre with roles in Cowboys & Aliens and the miniseries The Good Lord Bird, while Quaid boasts a rich history in Westerns, appearing in classics such as The Long Riders, Wyatt Earp, and Lawmen: Bass Reeves. Their involvement could further entice audiences to experience Broke.
Our Take on the Broke Trailer
An Emotional Look at a Still Untapped World
Despite some parallels that can be drawn between Russell’s character True and White’s Jimmy in Yellowstone, the Broke trailer distinctly suggests a unique emotional exploration of the rodeo landscape. True seems to represent a stark contrast to one of Russell’s earlier roles, the laid-back Dud from Lodge 49. I am particularly keen to see how True’s quest for identity plays into the evolving dynamics between him and Quaid’s character throughout the film.
Source: Sony Pictures